en.Wedoany.com Reported - The South African Nuclear Energy Corporation (Necsa) and Siemens Energy recently signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on energy, technological innovation, and industrial capacity building. The announcement was made on June 17, 2026, with the MoU establishing a basic framework for future cooperation between the two parties.

According to the MoU, key areas of cooperation include supporting the development of the power generation sector, exploring the application of new technologies such as Small Modular Reactors (SMRs); promoting skills development in the energy industry; advancing advanced manufacturing for both nuclear and general industrial applications; and implementing the "National Industrial Participation Programme" (NIPP) derived from jointly developed infrastructure projects.

Loyiso Tyabashe, Group Chief Executive Officer of Necsa, stated that this MoU will help Necsa strengthen partnerships, drive the implementation of energy projects and innovation initiatives, while enhancing local capabilities in South Africa. The two parties will also follow up on the MoU's execution through a joint working group, maintaining coordination from project identification to implementation.

Thabo Molekoa, Chairman and Managing Director of Siemens Energy for Southern and Eastern Africa, noted that this collaboration reflects Siemens Energy's commitment to supporting the development of South Africa's energy system. The two parties will combine Siemens Energy's experience in engineering and technology with Necsa's nuclear capabilities, particularly seeking cooperation opportunities in areas such as Small Modular Reactors for power generation, skills development, and industrial growth.

This collaboration aims to serve South Africa's energy security goals and promote sustainable economic growth. Necsa has long been engaged in nuclear energy research and development, while Siemens Energy possesses experience in engineering, digitalization, and energy technologies. The MoU is non-binding but lays the foundation for deeper future cooperation and potential commercial agreements between the two parties.

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